1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 17 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 670 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
