1979 Toyota Corona vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corona weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 1979 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup, 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 Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corona | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Pickup |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |