1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Jetta 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1990 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
