1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 757 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | 3000 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |