1979 Ford LTD vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 49 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 2008 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 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 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | LTD | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| 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 | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| 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 | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
