1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 915 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Gol |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |