2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1975 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1975 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 64 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
