1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (185 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Anglia | 240 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
