1963 Toyota Corona vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento is newer by 29 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Vento weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento, 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Toyota Corona | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Vento |
Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |