1973 Toyota Carina vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Carina weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Carina 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 1973 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 1973 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Carina | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |