1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 450 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2537 mm |
