1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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 X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlane | X670 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2815 mm |
