2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2780 mm |
