1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 28 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 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 29 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Citi |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1423 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |