1967 Volvo P 1800 vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1975 Volvo 264 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 264 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 264 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1967 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, 1975 Volvo 264 (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Volvo P 1800 | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | P 1800 | 264 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |