1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (105 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 59 kg more than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
