1968 Ford 17 vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 1993 Volvo 480 is newer by 25 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 2,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480, 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, 1968 Ford 17 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (144 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | 17 | 480 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |