1971 Opel Commodore vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1971 Opel Commodore is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Commodore weights approximately 310 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. 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, 1971 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Commodore | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Commodore | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |