1971 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1971 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Volvo P 1800 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | P 1800 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2896 mm |
