1989 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1744 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1989 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1989 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volkswagen Polo | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
| Model | Polo | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 104 L |
