2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Polo | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Vento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
