1999 Ford 021 C vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford 021 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford 021 C would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Ford 021 C. 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 1999 Ford 021 C. 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) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | 021 C | S60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2776 mm |
