1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 460 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460.
Because 1950 Ford Zephyr 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 1950 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460, 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, 1995 Volvo 460 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Zephyr | 460 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
