2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-150 | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-150 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2460 mm |