1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Polo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
