1990 Toyota Supra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Supra (201 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 1990 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Supra | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Supra | Transporter |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 254 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |