1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 444 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Polo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
