1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen ID 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen ID 19 would be higher. At 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 466 kg more than 1956 Citroen ID 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen ID 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen ID 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen ID 19 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | ID 19 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
