1952 Allard K3 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 835 kg more than 1952 Allard K3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard K3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard K3. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | K3 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |
