1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
Because 1965 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Zodiac | 460 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
