1992 Toyota Carina vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carina | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
