1982 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 502 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (171 Nm). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |