1972 Ford Custom vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 139 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Custom | V90 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |