1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 23 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 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3429 cc | 4920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2890 mm |