1949 MG TD vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 59 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1705 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TD | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 5661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
