1974 Triumph Toledo vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 19 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Triumph Toledo | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Toledo | Golf |
Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |