1961 Toyota Corona vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Toyota Corona weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Because 1961 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 1961 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Parati, 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, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Toyota Corona | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Parati |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |