1953 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1151 kg more than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Triumph Mayflower | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Triumph | Toyota |
| Model | Mayflower | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
