1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | Polo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
