1989 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 1989 Chevrolet Corvette and 1989 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 818 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1989 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Corvette (468 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Polo |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1041 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 95 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |