1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 35 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 665 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |