1983 Toyota Celica vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 340 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Polo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1270 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
