1977 Toyota Corona vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 206 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Corona | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |