1957 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | S60 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |
