1990 Ford Orion vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion. 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Orion | S80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
