1982 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 879 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | S80 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2835 mm |
