1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
