1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Polo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |