1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Marcos 1800 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1965 Marcos 1800 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 1965 Marcos 1800. 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, 1965 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Marcos 1800 | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | 1800 | Polo |
Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |