1954 Ford Popular vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 360 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. 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, 1984 Volvo 360 (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Popular | 360 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |