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180SX vs Polo GTI

Nissan · Volkswagen

1/4 Mile winner
Polo GTI
Beats the 180SX by 0.08s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Polo GTI beats the 180SX by a hair, finishing 0.08 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Polo GTI thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
205 hp
204 hp
0–100 km/h
6.8s
6.7s
Top speed
240 km/h
238 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4
2.0L Turbo I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
275 Nm
320 Nm
Price
$35,000
$28,000

Simulated race times

Distance
180SX
Polo GTI
100 m
6.695s
6.647s
1/8 mile
9.854s
9.790s
1/4 mile
14.717s
14.636s
1 km
26.011s
25.927s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Polo GTI is $28,000 vs $35,000 for the 180SX — a $7,000 gap.

FAQ

Which is faster, the 180SX or the Polo GTI?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Polo GTI is faster, beating the 180SX by 0.08 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 180SX vs the Polo GTI?

The 180SX hits 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds, while the Polo GTI does it in 6.7 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The 180SX produces 205 hp; the Polo GTI produces 204 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The 180SX tops out at 240 km/h, and the Polo GTI reaches 238 km/h.

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