1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 24 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1382 kg more than 1987 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Passat |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
