2005 Lada 2123 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada 2123 (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 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, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 2123 | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2123 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
