2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
