1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Volvo S60

To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 26 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 803 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ford Festiva 2013 Volvo S60
Make Ford Volvo
Model Festiva S60
Year Released 1987 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 62 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1613 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 2097 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1484 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2776 mm