1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Festiva | Polo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |