1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1972 Rover 3.5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Rover 3.5 | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 3.5 | PV 544 1.8 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |