1949 MG TD vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo 1800 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 1800 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1949 MG TD. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volvo 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | MG | Volvo |
| Model | TD | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
