1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 6 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1985 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 1985 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Gol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
