1990 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Volvo C30 is newer by 19 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo C30 weights approximately 533 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.
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, 2009 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2009 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | C30 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
