1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 23 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1990 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60. 1990 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 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 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Fairlane | XC60 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2774 mm |