2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2052 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2340 mm |
