1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Ford Scorpio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 885 kg more than 1990 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Scorpio. 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 (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Scorpio | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Scorpio | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |