1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 908 kg more than 1957 Ford Zodiac. 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 1957 Ford Zodiac. 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 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Zodiac | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
