1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (135 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 594 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fiesta | V50 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
