1954 Ford Prefect vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Prefect | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Prefect | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |