1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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 (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 88 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
