1965 Toyota Corona vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 533 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 1965 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 1965 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Toyota Corona | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Passat |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |