1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1980 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fairlane. 1980 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlane | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2774 mm |
