2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 2,980 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Citi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2980 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
