2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1548 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-250 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
