1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 129 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corona | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corona | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
