1977 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | V70 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 937 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
