2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 653 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1990 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, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (308 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 2008 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
