1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 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 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corona | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2512 mm |
