1983 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 952 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Citi |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
