1975 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 213 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Polo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |