1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
