1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 540 kg more than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Sapphire | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |