2000 Volkswagen Microbus vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,552 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F. 1989 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Microbus | Model F |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
