1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 1979 Volvo 343 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1979 Volvo 343. 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 Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Gran Torino | 343 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6553 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |