1950 Holden FX vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 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 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (134 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1225 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 1990 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, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (308 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
