1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, both 1966 Ford Zephyr and 1966 Volvo 120 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (105 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 290 kg more than 1966 Volvo 120. 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Zephyr | 120 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |