1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 385 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 99 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 87 L |