2010 Volvo XC90 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo XC90 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | XC90 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
