1989 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1989 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Taurus | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
