1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1969 Volvo 1800 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 1800 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Minx. 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, 1969 Volvo 1800 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Minx | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
