1982 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Carina | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Polo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |