1959 Ford Popular vs. 2000 Volvo S80
To start off, 2000 Volvo S80 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S80 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2000 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Popular | S80 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |