2006 Rover 75 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
