2009 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 960 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Volvo 960 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 1994 Volvo 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | 960 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
