1975 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 35 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. (79 HP @ 2200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 143 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2604 mm |
