1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 36 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 6 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2009 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (123 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Polo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |