1992 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 279 kg more than 1992 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 190 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 190 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
