1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo S40 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | S40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
