1980 Volvo 245 vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1980 Volvo 245 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. Both 1980 Volvo 245 and 1971 Volvo P 1800 are equipped with a 1,986 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Volvo 245 | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | 245 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |