1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlane | S80 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
