1974 Toyota Corona vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen CC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona. 2009 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1974 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1974 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corona | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corona | CC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
