2007 Volvo S80 vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | S80 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
