1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo 1800 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 2 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800.
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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Zodiac | 1800 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |