1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 89 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Polo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1200 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
