1952 Allard Safari vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 534 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 87 L |