2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2320 mm |
