2000 Ford TS-50 vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 245 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Ford TS-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TS-50.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1979 Volvo 245 (218 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford TS-50. (175 Nm). This means 1979 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford TS-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TS-50 | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | TS-50 | 245 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
