1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Scorpio | 120 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
