1994 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 15 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Polo.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volkswagen Polo | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Citi |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
