1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Gran Torino | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5751 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
