1978 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Volvo V70 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Cortina 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 1978 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Cortina | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Cortina | V70 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |