1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta 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 1210 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |