1964 Toyota Corona vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana, 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, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Corona | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corona | Santana |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
