1986 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 27 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1173 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.

Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. 2013 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1986 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1986 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1986 Volkswagen Polo 2013 Infiniti FX
Make Volkswagen Infiniti
Model Polo FX
Year Released 1986 2013
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1043 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 44 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Natural Gas (CNG)
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 770 kg 1943 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2885 mm