2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 19 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 337 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 2008 Ford F-350 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 2008 Ford F-350. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-350 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1041 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2340 mm |
