1965 Toyota Corona vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 862 kg more than 1965 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Toyota Corona | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Sharan |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1807 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |