1986 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1986 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Falcon (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Falcon | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | 240 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
