1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Thunderbird | V70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
