2004 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 318 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick Century 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 1980 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1980 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Polo | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
Model | Polo | Century |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |