1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 32 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Touareg |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |