1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Festiva | S80 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2840 mm |
