1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 19 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 260 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 (184 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
