2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 28 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2571 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Excursion | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 35 L |
