1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 1994 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 1994 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Polo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
