2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 1980 Volvo 245 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Transit Connect | 245 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
