2010 Volvo V70 vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort.
Because 1970 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo V70 | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | V70 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2400 mm |
