1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (268 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlane | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |
