1963 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 48 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 425 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 1963 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner 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 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercury |
| Model | P 1800 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
