1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Land Cruiser | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
