1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Jetta |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2578 mm |