1954 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Minor | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 801 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2860 mm |