1990 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 20 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 816 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 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1603 mm |
