1966 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1068 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
