1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1971 Volvo 145
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo 145 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 145 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Volvo 145 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 1971 Volvo 145. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1971 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1971 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Festiva | 145 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
