1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 264 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corona | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Passat |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |