1967 Volvo P 1800 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 31 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 340 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.
Because 1967 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 1967 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna 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 | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Volvo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | P 1800 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
