1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (158 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Jetta |
Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |