2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 601 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
