1943 Ford Taunus vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1969 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo P 1800 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1943 Ford Taunus. (34 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1943 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1943 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Ford Taunus | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Taunus | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
