2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-250 | 940 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 157 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2780 mm |