1981 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Golf |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
