1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (73 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 25 kg more than 1963 Volvo 120. 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, 1963 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Cortina | 120 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
