2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 140 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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 Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ranger | 140 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
