1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 35 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 253 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Passat |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
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 | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |