1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 28 kg more than 1972 Volvo P 1800. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Sierra (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Sierra | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |