1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ford Prefect | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Prefect | S80 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2835 mm |