1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 3 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini Jumbo | Polo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 665 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
