1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 474 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Touran |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
