1992 Rover Mini vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover Mini (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover Mini should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini.
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, 1992 Rover Mini (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Rover Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover Mini | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Polo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
