1984 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (217 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Crown Victoria | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
