1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 870 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Isuzu Minx | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Minx | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |