1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 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 2,299 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 950 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.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 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 S60 (407 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Festiva | S60 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |