1976 Triumph Toledo vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 446 kg more than 1976 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (195 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Triumph Toledo | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toledo | Golf |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
