1996 Ford Falcon vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 560 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440, 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Falcon | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | 440 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3707 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
