1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina 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 201 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 829 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. 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 1970 Ford Cortina. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Cortina | S80 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2835 mm |