1963 Honda S500 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1554 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S500 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 4477 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 2280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 141 L |
