1990 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Carina weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1990 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Carina | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carina | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
