1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corolla | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Corrado |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |