1972 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 257 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Toyota Corona | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Touran |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |