1963 Singer Vogue II vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo 1800 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Singer Vogue II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Singer Vogue II would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1963 Singer Vogue II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1963 Singer Vogue II. 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, 1972 Volvo 1800 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Singer Vogue II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Singer Vogue II | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Singer | Volvo |
| Model | Vogue II | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
