2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 29 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 306 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 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Passat | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
