2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1978 Volvo 343
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1978 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 343. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 343. (109 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1978 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | 343 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
