1982 Toyota Soarer vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1982 Toyota Soarer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Toyota Soarer.
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, 1982 Toyota Soarer (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Soarer | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Soarer | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
