1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 662 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | CC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
