1989 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
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, 1989 Ford Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Polo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |