1964 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 791 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo P 1800 | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | P 1800 | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
