1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 666 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
