1978 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | S60 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2776 mm |
