1975 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. (79 HP @ 2200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 346 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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.
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1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Touran |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |