1976 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup, 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Corona | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corona | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
