1990 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 762 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Festiva | S60 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |