1955 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Consul 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 1955 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Consul | S80 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
