1990 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Escort | V70 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |