1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 29 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 261 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |