1956 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
