1983 Ford GT vs. 1983 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 1983 Ford GT and 1983 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford GT (130 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford GT weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford GT 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 1983 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford GT | 1983 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Polo |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 39 HP |
Torque | 203 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |