1994 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volkswagen Polo | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
