1984 Ford GT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 677 kg more than 1984 Ford GT.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1807 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
