1972 Ford Torino vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 577 kg more than 1971 Volvo 140. 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 Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Torino | 140 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
