1988 Toyota Supra vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Supra | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Supra | T5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
