1999 Honda Logo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Logo would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 192 kg more than 1999 Honda Logo. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Logo | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logo | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
