1982 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1982 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1982 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Polo | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Polo | Today |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
