1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Transporter |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3410 mm |