1990 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 158 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Golf | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2601 mm |