1976 Ford Fairlane vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 1996 Volvo V70 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V70 (193 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 48 kg more than 1996 Volvo V70.
Because 1976 Ford Fairlane 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 1976 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70, 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V70. (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fairlane | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlane | V70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
