1988 Subaru XT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT 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, 1988 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru XT | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | XT | Polo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
