1987 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Golf |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |