2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 219 kg more than 1987 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1987 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1987 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jazz | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
