2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 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 183 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (197 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1440 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 |
