1998 Honda NSX vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (97 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Polo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |