2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 112 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480.
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 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Polo | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Polo | 480 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
