1971 MG 1100 vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG 1100 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 MG 1100. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1971 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 MG 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG 1100. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 MG 1100 | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
