1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.

Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Berkeley Foursome 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Berkeley Toyota
Model Foursome Land Cruiser
Year Released 1959 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 592 cc 3431 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 30 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 48 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1700 mm