1970 Volvo 140 vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 438 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volvo 140 | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 140 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2838 mm |
