1988 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 152 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Passat |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |