1964 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 42 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 620 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Toyota Corona | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Caddy |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1895 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 | 9.0:1 | 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |