1998 Toyota Sienna vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 850 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Sienna | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sienna | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
