1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlane | V70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2650 mm |
