1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 97 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1983 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Mustang | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Polo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |