1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Vega | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |