1965 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,001 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 115 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. 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 1965 Morris Minor. 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 (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Morris Minor | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 940 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 180 L |