1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. 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, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Volvo | Willys-Overland |
| Model | PV 544 1.8 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
