1978 Austin Maxi vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Maxi. 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 (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Maxi | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maxi | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 96 L |