1976 Ford Torino vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40.
Because 1976 Ford Torino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Torino | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Torino | V40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
