1989 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 928 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Porsche 928 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 1989 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1989 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 928 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 928 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
