1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Zodiac | 240 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
