1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ford F-250 | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-250 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |