1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 162 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Touran |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
