1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 34 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 22 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Polo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
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 | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1174 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |