1972 Triumph Toledo vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1972 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 1972 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Triumph Toledo | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Toledo | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |