1969 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 328 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Corona | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1707 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |