1972 Volvo 1800 vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 41 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 462 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 1972 Volvo 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Volvo 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volvo 1800 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Volvo | Infiniti |
| Model | 1800 | IPL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
