1957 Toyota Corona vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 51 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 324 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.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Toyota Corona | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Golf |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |