1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 559 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Zodiac | S80 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2835 mm |
