1986 Pontiac Fiero vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 598 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Fiero | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Fiero | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 295 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |