2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Five Hundred | 66 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |