1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Volkswagen 411 (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corolla | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | 411 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |