2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1846 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
