1985 Ford Telstar vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 607 kg more than 1985 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Telstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Telstar | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Telstar | S60 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
