1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |