1997 Toyota Supra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 482 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Supra 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 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Supra | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Supra | Polo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
