1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1412 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 2005 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fiesta | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
