1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac 6239D would be higher. At 5,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac 6239D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 130 kg more than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1956 Cadillac 6239D has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Cadillac 6239D will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 6239D | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2860 mm |
