1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 730 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |