1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | V70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
