1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 944 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 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2919 mm |
