1993 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 1092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
