2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Tiguan | Corona |
Year Released | 2010 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2530 mm |