1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 19 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva.
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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Festiva | V70 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3201 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 | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2820 mm |