2002 Ford Excursion vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2180 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Excursion | 120 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 45 L |
