2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 960.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1994 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1994 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-350 | 960 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2780 mm |
