1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 83 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Polo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |