1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Phaeton (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
