1961 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1766 kg more than 1961 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, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Volvo P 1800 | 2007 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | P 1800 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |