1979 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 859 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort. 2010 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Escort | S60 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |