1980 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (108 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3560 mm |
