1966 MG MGC vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGC would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGC.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG MGC | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGC | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
