1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Corolla | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |