1957 Volvo P 1900 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 53 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1186 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Volvo P 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | P 1900 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1414 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2789 mm |
