1989 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP) has 347 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1901 kg more than 1989 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Panda. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Panda | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 5661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
