1982 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 510 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Volkswagen Polo 2007 Volkswagen Golf
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Polo Golf
Year Released 1982 2007
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1272 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 96 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 148 km/hour 206 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 55 L