2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
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2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | 1600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |