1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1981 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | S80 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2835 mm |
