1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1984 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fiesta | V70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
