2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 82 L |
