1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Prefect | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Prefect | V70 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |