1987 Toyota Crown vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1987 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 1987 Toyota Crown. 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Crown | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crown | Polo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
