1971 Volkswagen K 70 vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. 1976 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1971 Volkswagen K 70 has manual transmission. 1971 Volkswagen K 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | K 70 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
