1963 Toyota Corona vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,271 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Corona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1963 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 1963 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Toyota Corona | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Passat |
Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |