1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 268 kg more than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Toyota |
Model | Star Sapphire | Highlander |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |