2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 31 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 886 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hilux | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |
