1955 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 49 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 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 571 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, 2004 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul. 2004 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Consul | S80 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |