1957 Toyota Corona vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (76 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (164 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Corona | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corona | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1640 kg |
