1979 Ford LTD vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 29 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 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, 2008 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | LTD | S80 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |
