2004 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | 460 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
