1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TA 21. 1993 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 1954 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1954 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TA 21 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |