2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 16 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
