2001 Toyota Pod vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Pod weights approximately 54 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Pod | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pod | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
