1972 Ford LTD vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1972 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | LTD | S80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
