1956 Daimler DK vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Daimler DK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Daimler | Toyota |
| Model | DK | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
