1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1993 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 39 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 280 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 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2365 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |