1972 Ford Custom vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1972 Ford Custom is newer by 4 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 759 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Custom | 120 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |