2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 343.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-150 | 343 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
