1988 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 23 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. 2011 Audi A8 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. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Polo | A8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2992 mm |
