1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 18 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 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora 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 975 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Bora |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3429 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |