1999 Honda Z vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
