1994 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 9 kg more than 1996 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, 1994 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
