1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 210 kg more than 1960 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Conquest | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |