1970 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1970 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Volvo P 1800 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | P 1800 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2855 mm |