1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 692 kg more than 1954 Alvis TA 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TA 21 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
