2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 644 kg more than 1962 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 Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Five Hundred | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
