1982 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 30 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 520 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Beetle |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3955 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2537 mm |