1984 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 564 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Golf |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |