1960 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volvo P 1800 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | P 1800 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
