1972 Ford LTD vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 448 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford LTD 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 1972 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (153 Nm @ 300 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | LTD | Polo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
