1990 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 22 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 856 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 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 2012 Volvo XC60 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. 2012 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1712 mm |
