1986 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 505 kg more than 1986 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Volkswagen Polo | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Polo | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
