1998 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 564 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Polo | Quest |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3160 mm |
