1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 365 kg more than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Sapphire | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |