1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (191 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3432 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1640 kg |
