1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
