2002 MG TF vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 800 kg more than 2002 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
