1972 Ford Torino vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, both 1972 Ford Torino and 1972 Volvo 1800 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 96 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800.
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 (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Torino | 1800 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |