1972 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 35 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 2 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | LTD | V70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
