1995 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Volvo C30 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo C30 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1995 Ford Falcon.
Because 1995 Ford Falcon 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 1995 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C30, 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 2009 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | C30 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
