1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fairlane. 1990 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Fairlane | XC90 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |