1982 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
