1972 Ford Custom vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 279 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Custom 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 1972 Ford Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Custom | S80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
