1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 1998 Volvo V40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V40 weights approximately 460 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.
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, 1998 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Festiva | V40 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |