1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 248 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, 1991 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
