1968 Ford 17 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo 1800 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1972 Volvo 1800 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | 17 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |