1978 Toyota Corolla vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 76 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 1978 Toyota Corolla 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 1978 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corolla | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Lupo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |