2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 37 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 661 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-450 | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-450 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2460 mm |