1975 Austin Maxi vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
