2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1963 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
