1976 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 680 kg more than 1976 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | SP2 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
