1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1991 Volvo 480
To start off, 1991 Volvo 480 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 480 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1991 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fiesta | 480 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
