1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 924 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |