1952 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 835 kg more than 1952 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 40 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |