2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 845 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 |
