2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Ducato | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2740 mm |