1959 Ford 17M vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | 17M | 360 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
