1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlane | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |
