1968 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 258 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Polo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |