2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Honda Integra.
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, 1988 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Polo | 1988 Honda Integra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Polo | Integra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |