1979 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1979 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Cortina | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Cortina | C30 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |