1984 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Volvo 740
To start off, 1987 Volvo 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 740 (156 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1987 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | 740 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
