2000 Ford Cougar vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2000 Ford Cougar.
Because 1974 Volvo 245 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Cougar | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Cougar | 245 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
