2007 Audi S4 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.

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2007 Audi S4 1982 Volkswagen Polo
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model S4 Polo
Year Released 2007 1982
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 341 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 249 km/hour 148 km/hour
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 40 L