1984 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Volvo 460
To start off, 1994 Volvo 460 is newer by 10 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), 1994 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 460 (119 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1994 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | 460 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
