1968 Volvo 120 vs. 1995 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo 120 | 1995 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 120 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 3705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
