1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 850 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2110 mm |
