1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 610 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Fairlane 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fairlane | Polo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |