2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-250 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
