2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 (227 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
