1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 140 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
