1985 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 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 164 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 848 kg more than 1985 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 1985 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1985 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:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | X670 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| 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 | 1080 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2815 mm |
