2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-250 | 240 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2660 mm |