1954 Ford Consul vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,475 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1954 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 4475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
