1985 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 829 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Polo | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
