1989 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | S80 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
