2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2001 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Thunderbird | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
