1993 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 420 kg more than 1995 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, 1993 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Polo |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |