1970 Triumph Toledo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 493 kg more than 1970 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Triumph Toledo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Toledo | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toledo | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
