1955 Triumph TR2 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo 1800 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 1800 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Triumph TR2 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | TR2 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2460 mm |
