1994 Mini MK VI vs. 1994 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 1994 Mini MK VI and 1994 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1994 Mini MK VI.
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 Volkswagen Polo (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mini MK VI | 1994 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK VI | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
