1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 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 158 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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 1973 Triumph 1500. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
