1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 Volvo 240 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 240 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 240 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1960 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Zodiac | 240 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |