1957 Ford Popular vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1957 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, 1981 Volvo 240 (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Popular | 240 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |