1999 Honda Life vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 895 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Life weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, both vehicles can yield 57 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Life | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
