1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 1986 Volvo 245 is newer by 23 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 245.
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, 1963 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Zodiac | 245 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
