2001 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 737 kg more than 1950 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Triumph Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1950 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
