2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 286 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Polo | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Gol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
