1993 Volvo 460 vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 460 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam. 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 460 | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 460 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
