1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 220 kg more than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Whitley | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2320 mm |