1984 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 4 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | 440 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
