1982 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 129 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Scirocco | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
