1972 Volvo 1800 vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volvo 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volvo 1800 | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2659 mm |
