1963 Volvo P 1800 vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 980 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Volvo P 1800 | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Volvo | Dodge |
| Model | P 1800 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
