1992 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 805 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |