1981 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 31 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 602 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1404 mm |
