2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 245.
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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-250 | 245 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |