1949 Holden FX vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Holden FX would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1548 kg more than 1949 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Holden FX | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
