1954 Ford Popular vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, 1990 Volvo 480 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 480 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Popular 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 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480, 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, 1990 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Popular | 480 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |