1991 Porsche 964 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 109 kg more than 1991 Porsche 964.
Because 1991 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 964 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 964 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
