1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1987 Volvo 480
To start off, 1987 Volvo 480 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 480 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 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 1966 Marcos 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480, 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, 1987 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 1987 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | 1500 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
