1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Toyota Corolla (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | SP |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
