2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (43 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 864 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 1967 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tacoma | 1303 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
