1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlane | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
