2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 181 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1101 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
