1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 570 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |