1972 Ford LTD vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (117 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343.
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 LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | LTD | 343 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
