1985 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 238 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Polo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 184 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 | 1080 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |