1991 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1991 Ford Corsair. 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Corsair | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Corsair | V70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
