1968 Ford Corsair vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1968 Ford Corsair is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. 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, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Corsair | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Corsair | PV 544 1.8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 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 | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |