1973 Volvo 1800 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 516 kg more than 1973 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volvo 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volvo 1800 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
