1948 Jeep Jeepster 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 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 495 kg more than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jeep Jeepster | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Jeepster | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |