2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 760. (153 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 399 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Five Hundred | 760 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |