1964 Honda S500 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1964 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1964 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S500 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 97 L |