1994 Honda Today vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 10 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 1,042 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Today (47 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Honda Today.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Today | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
