2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | 245 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 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 | 1250 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
