1982 Toyota Crown vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Crown weights approximately 176 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Crown 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 Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Crown | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Polo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
