1975 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | SP2 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
