1968 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (103 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75, 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo P 1800 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Volvo | Rover |
| Model | P 1800 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
