1961 Volkswagen 1500 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen 1500 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 394 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Volkswagen 1500 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2790 mm |
