2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 19 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 3,430 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Mondeo 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Mondeo Land Cruiser
Year Released 2007 1988
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 3430 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 105 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm


 

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