2001 Toyota RunX vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota RunX | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | RunX | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
