1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,984 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 392 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Sera | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sera | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1404 mm |