1949 MG TD vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1949 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1949 MG TD | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | TD | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |