1972 Volvo 140 vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140.
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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Volvo 140 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | 140 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3967 mm |