2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 651 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |