1976 Triumph Toledo vs. 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,713 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1976 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 1976 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Triumph Toledo | 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Toledo | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1713 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 845 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 |