1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 144 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Polo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
