1962 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 380 kg more than 1962 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Toyota Corona | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Passat |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |