1990 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser. 2007 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Laser | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
