1985 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1895 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1985 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1985 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Polo | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2850 mm |