1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 34 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 515 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | GTI |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
