1990 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 2 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 320 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1988 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
