1970 Toyota Corona vs. 1998 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corona | 1998 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corona | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
