1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 56 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 656 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Highlander |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2789 mm |