1967 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 40 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 968 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Sharan |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |