1963 Ford Taunus vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Taunus weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1963 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taunus | Polo |
Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |