1978 Toyota Corsa vs. 1983 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 113 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corsa | 1983 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Polo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1043 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
