1975 Ford Torino vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1978 Volvo 264 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264.
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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Torino | 264 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
