1982 Toyota Camry vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1207 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Camry | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Polo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
