1979 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | LTD | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
