2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1766 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-250 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1778 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 45 L |
