1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 1974 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 1974 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
