1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
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 C70 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Meteor | C70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
