1982 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Escort | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Polo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |