1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fiesta | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2774 mm |
