1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Festiva | 850 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |