1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |