1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1970 Volvo 140 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 140 (81 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 140 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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, 1970 Volvo 140 (157 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (85 Nm). This means 1970 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Cortina | 140 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
