1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
