1990 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 21 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1990 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 T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | T5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
