1967 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 442 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Corolla 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 1967 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Transporter |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |