1969 Ford 17 vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford 17 | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | 17 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
