1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1536 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 96 L |
