1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 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 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1862 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
