1966 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 878 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Consul | V70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
