1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-250 | PV 544 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
