1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corolla | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Golf |
Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |