2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 265 kg more than 1964 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
