1994 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Rasheen | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rasheen | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
