1978 Toyota Corsa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corsa | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Golf |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
