1981 Ford Granada vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo 120 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 425 kg more than 1962 Volvo 120.
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, 1981 Ford Granada (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Granada | 120 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |