1995 Honda Today vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,200 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 422 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Today | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Today | Polo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1682 mm |