1967 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 43 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1316 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 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | P 1800 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |