1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 568 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |