1962 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo S40 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Volvo P 1800 | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | P 1800 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
