1999 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lupo | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
