1956 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morgan 4. 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 (227 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morgan 4 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
