1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 138 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Carina 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 1974 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Carina | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Polo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |