1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 26 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Fox (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Fox.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Fox, 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Fox |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
