1968 Toyota Century vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1973 Volvo 1800 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 510 kg more than 1973 Volvo 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, 1968 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Century | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Century | 1800 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |