1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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 42 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | Polo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
