1950 Holden FX vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 680 kg more than 1950 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
