1960 Ford Prefect vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Prefect | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Prefect | 850 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |