1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Vega | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |