1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
