1981 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Capri | S60 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2776 mm |