1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1997 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 880 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1997 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
