1957 Volvo P 1900 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 756 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Volvo P 1900 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 1957 Volvo P 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Volvo P 1900 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | P 1900 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1414 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
