1986 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 790 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
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1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Golf |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2480 mm |