2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 791 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |