2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 140 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | 140 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
