2004 Volkswagen Concept T vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T weights approximately 281 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T 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, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Concept T | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Concept T | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
