1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1459 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 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
