1980 Ford Escort vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,414 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volvo P 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Volvo P 1900 (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Volvo P 1900 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 43 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Volvo P 1900 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Volvo P 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Escort | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |