1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (168 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Austin Allegro. (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Allegro | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Allegro | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |