1994 Acura Integra vs. 1999 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura Integra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 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, 1994 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. 1994 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 1999 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
