2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
