1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | 120 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
