1994 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 264. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 85 kg more than 1975 Volvo 264. 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 264. (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Falcon | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | 264 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
