1960 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona. 2012 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 1960 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1960 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Toyota Corona | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Routan |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2084 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |