1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 17 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 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 757 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.
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, 2005 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Festiva | S60 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |