1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Scorpio | S60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1484 mm |
