2005 Ford GT vs. 1988 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 814 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1988 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
