2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1983 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1983 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Excursion | 240 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 58 L |
