2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo 120 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-350 | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 45 L |