1975 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1975 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Carina | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Polo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |