1980 Audi Sport vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Sport | Polo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |