1963 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 47 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1500 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | P 1800 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
