1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 37 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 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 637 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 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | S80 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
