2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 740 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 70 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 740.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 740. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 740. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1985 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1985 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-150 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2780 mm |
