1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 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 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1993 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | T5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3410 mm |
