1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 486 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Scorpio | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
