1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 480 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fiesta | 480 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
