1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
