1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Volvo V70 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 1800 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
