1970 Austin 3 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 560 kg more than 1970 Austin 3.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Austin 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 180 L |
