1966 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 373 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, 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 Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Toyota Corona | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Touareg |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |