1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 51 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 870 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Sapphire | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |