1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 27 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 607 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | CC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2708 mm |
