1985 Toyota Crown vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Crown weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1985 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Toyota Crown | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown | Polo |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |