1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 3-Litre | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |