1968 Ford 17 vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1966 Volvo 120.
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 Volvo 120 (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | 17 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
