1994 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,475 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Toyota Land Cruiser 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Land Cruiser Jetta
Year Released 1994 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4475 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 2400 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2651 mm


 

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