1968 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 859 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | 1600 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1583 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 233 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |