1986 Ford Meteor vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Meteor | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Meteor | S80 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |