1956 AC Ace vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 916 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
