1982 Toyota Corolla vs. 1997 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1982 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 1982 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1982 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Corolla | 1997 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Gol |
Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |