1984 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 29 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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 X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | X670 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2815 mm |
