2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 1962 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Taurus | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |