2000 Ford Escape vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volvo 140. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escape | 140 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
