2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2320 mm |
