1992 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 49 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 670 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Lupo |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2330 mm |