1987 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Golf |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 1092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
