1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Consorte | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
