1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 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, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Polo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
