1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Fairlane 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 1972 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850, 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, 1972 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fairlane | 850 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
