2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
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 F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-250 | 245 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
