1988 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 977 kg more than 1988 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1988 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1988 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Polo | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2797 mm |
