1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 825 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |