2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 241 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | 245 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1340 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
