2006 Volkswagen Citi vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 149 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 1990 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Citi | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Citi | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 1587 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
