2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1983 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-350 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2780 mm |
