1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 160 kg more than 1948 Austin A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 110 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2740 mm |
