1954 Ford Popular vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 849 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Popular 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 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Popular | S80 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |