1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 870 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Polo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
