2010 Ford Expedition vs. 1978 Volvo 66

To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1825 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ford Expedition 1978 Volvo 66
Make Ford Volvo
Model Expedition 66
Year Released 2010 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 1289 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 310 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 494 Nm 94 Nm
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2655 kg 830 kg
Vehicle Length 5621 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 2002 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1974 mm 1390 mm


 

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