1990 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (90 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1990 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 Multivan (200 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
