1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 913 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | X670 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2815 mm |
