1963 Toyota Corona vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 21 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (102 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Toyota Corona | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corona | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
