1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Polo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |