2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 30 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1974 Volvo 245. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | 245 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
