1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1492 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
