1992 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Camry | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Polo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
