1960 Volvo P 1800 vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1993 Ford Aspire is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Volvo P 1800 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 1960 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire, 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, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volvo P 1800 | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | P 1800 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
