1986 Toyota Corolla vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 94 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1986 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 1986 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Corolla | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
