1988 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Polo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
