2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Routan | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Routan | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2044 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2440 mm |
