2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1994 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1994 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | YRV | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
