1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 30 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), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 226 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Scorpio | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 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 | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
