1968 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 862 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | V70 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 66 L |
