1998 Honda Today vs. 1997 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Polo (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1997 Volkswagen Polo (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 1997 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Today | Polo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |