1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1990 Volvo 780

To start off, 1990 Volvo 780 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Volvo 780 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 1990 Volvo 780. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1990 Volvo 780 (143 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Festiva 1990 Volvo 780
Make Ford Volvo
Model Festiva 780
Year Released 1988 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 143 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2780 mm


 

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