1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Corolla 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 1972 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Toyota Corolla | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |