1988 Nissan Silvia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Silvia | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silvia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
