1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |