1968 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP) has 213 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 920 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
