1986 Ford Fiesta vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (98 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fiesta | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
