1967 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 35 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (268 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1052 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 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 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 | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | P 1800 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
