1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, both 1997 Ford Maverick and 1997 Volvo V90 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo V90 (178 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 235 kg more than 1997 Volvo V90.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo V90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Maverick | V90 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
