1986 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 795 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Triumph TR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Land Cruiser | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2250 mm |
