1977 Ford LTD vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | LTD | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2748 mm |
