1972 Volvo P 1800 vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1982 Toyota Model F is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Model F weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
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 Volvo P 1800 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volvo P 1800 | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | P 1800 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
