1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1974 Volvo 244 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Zodiac | 244 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |