1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 36. 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Daimler | Toyota |
| Model | DE 36 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2320 mm |
