1999 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 502 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Polo. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Polo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
