1970 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Matra-Simca M530 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. 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 1970 Matra-Simca M530. 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 (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Matra-Simca M530 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | M530 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
