2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 27 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 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 170 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-150 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
