1996 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volvo S80 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | S80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
