1969 Volvo 1800 vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 1994 Volvo 960 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 1800. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 960 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1969 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, 1994 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Volvo 1800 | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 1800 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
